As a result of providing so much care for others’ needs, many caregivers struggle to meet their own needs. Whether you feel guilty about taking time for yourself or just don’t have the time to do so, keep this in mind: if you don’t take care of yourself, you won’t have anything left to give.…
The Greatest Generation has seen its share of challenges in its lifetime, having lived through the Great Depression and fought in World War II. With so many life experiences in their pockets, members of the Greatest Generation have some great tips on how you can better manage your finances. The generation still has plenty of…
A favorite warm weather pastime offers so much fun and tranquility with the beautiful view and fresh sea breeze. But do you know that there is so much more that visiting the beach has to offer than just giving you a good time? Here are several health benefits of visiting the beach that older adults…
After turning 60, your body begins to enter the next phase of life, which means you should be looking out for certain symptoms and signs associated with the changes in your body. In order to deal with these changes, it is important to pay heed to your nutritional needs and take note of what goes…
Nutrition plays a critical role when it comes to managing dementia. In many ways, the nutrients that we take determine how well our bodies function and this is true for people with dementia as well. While eating a balanced diet is important for people with dementia, there are food items that can cause a lot…
Most people think that as we age, falls become a normal part of our lives, but they are not. We possess the power to reduce our risk of falling as we age, and older adult falls can be prevented. Some steps that older adults can take for fall prevention include making our living environment safer,…
Have you noticed that your memory isn’t what it used to be? It’s true that as we age, our brains become less efficient at forming memories and learning new things, but you can improve your chances of maintaining good brain health with the proper diet and lifestyle choices. In addition to eating a healthy, balanced diet,…
At some point in your life, you would have seen a person well into their retirement running and you wished to be like them. Running is not the first exercise you think of at the thought of mature adults, but yet there are a surprising number of people who enjoy doing it despite their age.…
Assisted living apartment homes are ideal for residents that face difficulty in accomplishing certain daily living chores by themselves. With assisted living, not only do residents get to continue enjoying their independence and freedom, but they also have more freedom and time on their hands as they no longer have to worry about household chores.…